This work is the property of the Tennessee State Library and Archives, Nashville, TN. It may be used freely by individuals for research, teaching, and personal use as long as this statement of availability is included in the text. For all other use contact the Tennessee State Library and Archives, 403 Seventh Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37243-0312. (615) 741-2764.

Date:

January 18, 1818

Extent:

4p

Summary:

This document is an affidavit dated January 18, 1818, it is the result of the deposition of Jesse Terry, of Roane County, Tennessee by a justice of Knox County, Robert Lindsay. The subject of the affidavit is a "free girl of color" named Peggy Scott who was believed to be stolen from her parents in Roane County and taken to Georgia.